Sampdoria vs ACD Virtus Entella: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 16 January

Sampdoria

W W L D W

13th place in Italian Serie B

1-1

16/01/2026 15:30

ACD Virtus Entella

L D D W L

14th place in Italian Serie B

Italian Serie B

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Sampdoria vs ACD Virtus Entella on 16 January 2026 (kick-off: 15:30) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Sampdoria vs ACD Virtus Entella preview before placing your bet.

Sampdoria are currently 13th with 44 points after 38 matches.
ACD Virtus Entella sit 14th with 42 points from 38 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Sampdoria to win with probability 44%.
Head-to-head history favors Sampdoria, who have won 2 of the last 5 meetings. ACD Virtus Entella have one win, while 2 matches ended in draws.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

Home team Away team

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

15:30

2026-01-16

Sampdoria vs ACD Virtus Entella - Prediction & Odds

Sampdoria

ACD Virtus Entella

2026-01-16 15:30

STANDINGS UP TO 16/01/2026

Overall Table	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Venezia	82	38	24	10	4	77	31	46
02 Frosinone	81	38	23	12	3	76	34	42
03 Monza	76	38	22	10	6	61	32	29
04 Palermo	72	38	20	12	6	61	33	28
05 Catanzaro	59	38	15	14	9	62	51	11
06 Modena	55	38	15	10	13	49	36	13
07 Juve Stabia	51	38	11	18	9	44	45	-1
08 Avellino	49	38	13	10	15	43	55	-12
09 Padova	46	38	12	10	16	39	49	-10
10 Cesena	46	38	12	10	16	45	56	-11
11 Mantova	46	38	13	7	18	45	57	-12
12 Carrarese	44	38	10	14	14	47	52	-5
13 Sampdoria	44	38	11	11	16	35	48	-13
14 ACD Virtus Entella	42	38	10	12	16	36	51	-15
15 Empoli	41	38	9	14	15	47	54	-7
16 SudTirol	41	38	8	17	13	38	48	-10
17 Bari	40	38	10	10	18	38	60	-22
18 A.C. Reggiana 1919	37	38	9	10	19	36	56	-20
19 Pescara	35	38	7	14	17	51	66	-15
20 Spezia	35	38	8	11	19	43	59	-16

Head To Head

17/10/2025 14:30

ACD Virtus Entella

3 - 1

Sampdoria

ITA D2

03/08/2023 11:59

Sampdoria

3 - 1

ACD Virtus Entella

INT CF

06/09/2015 09:00

ACD Virtus Entella

2 - 2

Sampdoria

INT CF

12/08/2015 15:00

ACD Virtus Entella

0 - 2

Sampdoria

INT CF

06/08/2014 14:45

ACD Virtus Entella

0 - 0

Sampdoria

INT CF

Sampdoria

40%

Draw

40%

ACD Virtus Entella

20%

Sampdoria Last 6 matches

10/01/2026 10:00

Avellino 2 - 1 Sampdoria ITA D2

27/12/2025 10:00

Sampdoria 2 - 1 A.C. Reggiana 1919 ITA D2

20/12/2025 10:00

Padova 1 - 1 Sampdoria ITA D2

12/12/2025 15:30

Palermo 1 - 0 Sampdoria ITA D2

07/12/2025 14:30

Sampdoria 3 - 2 Carrarese ITA D2

30/11/2025 12:15

Spezia 1 - 0 Sampdoria ITA D2

Win

33%

Draw

17%

Lost

50%

Last 6 matches ACD Virtus Entella

10/01/2026 10:00

ACD Virtus Entella 1 - 0 Monza ITA D2

27/12/2025 10:00

Venezia 1 - 0 ACD Virtus Entella ITA D2

21/12/2025 10:00

ACD Virtus Entella 1 - 1 SudTirol ITA D2

14/12/2025 10:00

Carrarese 3 - 1 ACD Virtus Entella ITA D2

08/12/2025 14:30

ACD Virtus Entella 0 - 1 Spezia ITA D2

29/11/2025 12:15

Catanzaro 3 - 2 ACD Virtus Entella ITA D2

Win

17%

Draw

17%

Lost

67%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Italian Serie B

Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games

Goals

Scored

159

Avg. per game

0.59

Conceded

207

Avg. per game

0.77

Scored

196

Avg. per game

0.72

Conceded

170

Avg. per game

0.63

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

0 (0%)6 (100%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 268 matches

YesNo

115 (43%)153 (57%)

In last 268 matches

NoYes

139 (51%)133 (49%)

Sampdoria

Recent matches

ACD Virtus Entella

Under /Over

(62%)28 17(38%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(73%)33 12(27%)

Under /Over

(22%)10 35(78%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(22%)10 35(78%)

Under /Over

(33%)15 30(67%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(40%)18 27(60%)

/Yes

(47%)21 24(53%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(51%)23 22(49%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Sampdoria

ACD Virtus Entella

Shots

Sampdoria

Total shots

11.47 avg / game

Blocked

625 total

Avg. 3.21

ACD Virtus Entella

Total shots

10.83 avg / game

Blocked

127 total

Avg. 3.43

Sampdoria Pass ACD Virtus Entella

Total passes

93605

Avg. 398 / game

Accurate

77%

Ball possession

49%

Total passes

13569

Avg. 348 / game

Accurate

76%

Ball possession

49%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Sampdoria

268

Played games

ACD Virtus Entella

272

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.23

Clean sheets

0.33

4.34

1164

Corners

1352

4.97

13.79

3697

Throw-ins

813

2.99

1.60

430

Offsides

174

0.64

2.93

785

GK saves

224

0.82

Sampdoria

DISCIPLINARY

ACD Virtus Entella

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.34

627

621

2.28

0.10

0.10

13.00

3484

Fouls

1341

4.93

11.84

3172

Tackles

309

1.14

NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the Sampdoria vs ACD Virtus Entella Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Sampdoria vs ACD Virtus Entella on 16 January 2026 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this Italian Serie B fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Sampdoria vs ACD Virtus Entella Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Sampdoria's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against ACD Virtus Entella's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

Italian Serie B Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live Italian Serie B standings and the Italian Serie B form table to understand exactly where Sampdoria and ACD Virtus Entella sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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